WELCOME FROM THE TRAVEL DESK/GHOEMAROUTE

27 July 2009

Dear Viola '09

After months of anticipation, we are delighted to welcome you to Stellenbosch, in the heart of the Cape Winelands. We trust your stay will be a memorable one and that the South African hospitality will exceed your highest expectations.

We have made a summary of the questions you might need answers to – our numbers are attached – please do not hesitate to contact us should you require our assistance or simply need a word of advice on matters pertaining to your stay.

TRAVEL DESK@ INFO DESK
The hospitality team consisting of Ann Heyns, GP Wentzel or Richter Rust will be available at the Endler from 08h30 until 14h00 every day. We are there to give logistical or informational assistance - these include Shuttle vouchers, meal vouchers, accommodation enquiries, tours, airport transfers, shopping trips and general tourism-related enquiries. Please also pop in daily to have a look at the General Notice Board for updated information.

TOURS
Liesl from Southern Destinations will be at the Endler on Monday, from 09h00 to 13h00, to take bookings for tours both during and after the congress. Consult your program and register with Liesl to make a booking. Six (6) or more participants will be more cost effective and will ensure that any tour option will be made available on any day. If you have already confirmed a booking through Liesl, please pop in to make sure all your details are correct.

SHUTTLES
We have two 14-seater shuttles available for the duration of the Congress. Special Congress rates have been negotiated in order to offer extremely low fares (Example: airport transfers cost R350 pp average – the Congress rate is R150 pp single trip).
The shuttles will be stationed in front of the Endler. Please purchase your Shuttle voucher and present it to the driver. Vouchers can be purchased at the Travel Desk.

RATES:
Airport transfer: R150 (single trip) per person
Shuttle within Stellenbosch and surrounds: R20 (single trip) In case you have forgotten something in your Hotel room or wish to explore town.
Shuttle to the Somerset-Mall (shopping excursion): R150 return trip (20 km from Stellenbosch)
Shuttle to Cape Town: R350 return per person

Important:
Morning Pick Up and Final Drop off at night Free Of Charge

MEAL VOUCHERS
Opposite the Endler, the Student Campus restaurant Vlambojant”, will provide all the outreach students and UK students with Breakfast and Lunch. Please collect your vouchers from the Travel Desk and present the appropriate voucher.

For anyone else who wishes to enjoy a meal at the campus / do a take-away:
A full English Breakfast (includes a fruit and juice): R 25
Luncheon (2 types of meat, 3 veggies and 2 salads): R 40

RESTAURANTS
For those who prefer less boisterous surroundings, Stellenbosch is renowned for its excellent Café fair and its superb cuisine – the choice of adding award-winning wines to complement the meal, is yours. The restaurants and Cafés are mostly clustered around
Church -, Ryneveld - and Andringa streets.

COFFEE/ TEA BREAKS
Coffee, Tea, Beverages and refreshments will be on sale on the mezzanine level during the whole week. Remember to bring smaller change along.

All the best with the performances – we hope the entire experience will be a memorable one.

Warm regards

Ann Heyns
CEO
The Ghoema Route
http://www.ghoemaroute.co.za/
083 3671778